As of October 22, 2025, the U.S. consumer and retail landscape is sending clear signals that the residential real estate markets—particularly in New Jersey—should pay close attention.
It’s no longer just about mortgage rates and inventory. How Americans spend, shop, and use technology at home is reshaping the way …
By The Courtney Orlando Group – Compass Real Estate, Morristown, NJ
After months of speculation, the long-awaited National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement—often referred to as the “clarity” in commission practices—has been finalized, signaling one of the most significant shifts the real estate industry has seen in decades. While the …
By Courtney Orlando, REALTOR® | Courtney Orlando Group · Compass Real Estate
Introduction
While statewide trends set the backdrop, real estate in Northern and Central New Jersey is charting its own course amid present uncertainties. In these regions, infrastructure projects, commuter dynamics, inventory shifts, and buyer behavior are creating micro-imbalances that …
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Introduction
As we settle into mid-October, the New Jersey real estate market is showing signs of maturation: less volatility, more nuance, and an emerging sense of balance. Gone are the days of endless bidding wars and runaway appreciation …
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National headlines are noisy right now: talk of Fed moves, merger megadeals, and daily mortgage-rate swings. That noise creates anxiety — or over-eagerness — for buyers and sellers. In New Jersey, however, a quieter reality is emerging: modest rate …
View MoreBy Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate
The national headlines are buzzing with questions about a cooling U.S. housing market, fluctuating mortgage rates, and economic caution. Yet here in New Jersey, local confidence is showing a surprising strength. Buyers and sellers are both rethinking their strategies—grounded less …
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In one of the most consequential moves in U.S. residential real estate this year, Compass has agreed to acquire Anywhere Real Estate in an all-stock merger. The deal is valued at approximately $1.6 billion, creating a combined …
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As we move into mid-September, the New Jersey housing market is entering a new phase. After months of rising home prices and shifting buyer behaviors, the market is showing both resilience and subtle signs of adjustment. For buyers and sellers alike …
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Zillow has just made its boldest move yet—and it could change how your home is seen, sold, or sidelined.
In a sweeping shift that has shocked both real estate professionals and homeowners, Zillow has started penalizing agents who don’t submit listings …
View MoreBy Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate
In a year marked by major real estate shifts, a new battle has taken center stage — and veteran Realtor Courtney Orlando is speaking out. The issue? Zillow’s new policy, which many agents believe threatens seller flexibility and consumer choice.
At …
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